New York Mets vs. Philadelphia Phillies: Preview, Predictions and Picks for September 15, 2024

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Sep 15, 2024 6:12 AM
The New York Mets and Philadelphia Phillies face off in the rubber match of their series on Sunday at 1:35 PM at Citizens Bank Park, with the Phillies looking to capitalize on their 51-26 home record and take the series win. The Mets, meanwhile, aim to even the season series at 5-4 with a road victory.
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Mets vs Phillies starting pitchers

  • Cristopher Sanchez for Philadelphia Phillies
  • David Peterson for New York Mets

Mets vs Phillies statistics

Stat Mets Phillies
Hits 1248 (Tied-10th) 1309 (5th)
Batting Average .247 (12th) .258 (4th)
Runs Batted In 675 (10th) 691 (5th)
Runs 707 (9th) 723 (5th)
Home Runs 188 (Tied-5th) 180 (9th)
Walks 471 (8th) 480 (7th)
Stolen Bases 97 (Tied-16th) 132 (7th)
Strikeouts 1262 (15th) 1233 (19th)
Pitches 22171 (8th) 21781 (16th)

Philadelphia Phillies recent games

Game Date Opponent Result Score
9/14/24 vs New York Mets W 6-4
9/13/24 vs New York Mets L 11-3
9/11/24 vs Tampa Bay Rays W 3-2
9/10/24 vs Tampa Bay Rays W 9-4
9/9/24 vs Tampa Bay Rays W 2-1

New York Mets recent games

Game Date Opponent Result Score
9/14/24 @ Philadelphia Phillies L 6-4
9/13/24 @ Philadelphia Phillies W 11-3
9/11/24 @ Toronto Blue Jays W 6-2
9/10/24 @ Toronto Blue Jays L 6-2
9/9/24 @ Toronto Blue Jays W 3-2

Mets vs Phillies predictions

As the New York Mets gear up to face the Philadelphia Phillies, all eyes are on a few standout Mets players who could make significant impacts. Pete Alonso, known for his power at the plate, looks poised to add more homers to his tally, potentially driving in crucial runs. Meanwhile, watch for Francisco Lindor, despite battling back soreness recently, to make a strong showing both defensively and offensively, contributing key RBIs and setting the stage for runs. On the mound, David Peterson is predicted to continue his solid season, and his performance will be critical in keeping the Mets competitive in this tight matchup.

On the flip side, the Philadelphia Phillies have their own set of aces ready to shine. Bryce Harper has been on a hot streak, and his ability to drive in runs and get on base consistently will likely continue to bolster the Phillies' offense. Trea Turner is another player to keep an eye on, with his impressive batting average suggesting he'll be a thorn in the side of Mets pitchers all game long. On the pitching front, Cristopher Sanchez will need to leverage his strikeout ability to stifle the Mets' hitters and give the Phillies a chance to capitalize on any offensive opportunities.

Taking into account the performances and potential impact of key players from both teams, the prediction leans slightly in favor of the Philadelphia Phillies pulling off the win. Their balanced attack combining strong pitching with potent hitting, especially in their home ballpark, might just be too much for the Mets. The Phillies have shown resilience and clutch performance in tight games, and this matchup should highlight their strengths as they look to secure a series victory.

Philadelphia Phillies injuries

  • Austin Hays (LF): 10-Day-IL
  • Alec Bohm (3B): 10-Day-IL
  • Edmundo Sosa (SS): 10-Day-IL
  • Spencer Turnbull (RP): 60-Day-IL
  • Rodolfo Castro (SS): 60-Day-IL

New York Mets injuries

  • Francisco Lindor (SS): Day-To-Day
  • Kyle Crick (RP): Day-To-Day
  • Yacksel Rios (RP): Day-To-Day
  • Christian Scott (SP): 15-Day-IL
  • Kodai Senga (SP): 60-Day-IL

Mets vs Phillies game info

Venue Citizens Bank Park
Location Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
First pitch Sun 1:35 PM
Temperature 81°
Chance of Rain 0%

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